REGISTERED NURSE, Emergency Dept @ the SS FED, Per Diem Varied Shifts-Spanish Springs

Summary

This **ER Registered Nurse** opportunity is per diem and offers a convenient varied flexible schedule. We are looking for a dynamic individual who will provide professional nursing care within the Emergency Department; coordinates care planning with other disciplines. Provides care that meets the psychosocial, physical and general aspects of care. Determines priorities of care based on physical and psychosocial needs of patients, as well as factors influencing patient flow through the system. Communicates with ED physicians regarding changes in patient's status, symptomatology and results of diagnostic studies. Responds quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment.

Minimum/Preferred Requirements

• Current NV RN License
• Two to three years exp in the emergency department preferred
• OR Two to three years critical Care Exp
• OR extensive EMS background experience
• Current BLS Certification
• Current ACLS Certification (within 6 months of hire)
• Current PALS Certification (within 6 months of hire)

Job Responsibilities/Duties

• Provides direct patient care, evaluates outcomes, consults with other specialists as required and adjusts nursing care processes as indicated to ensure optimal patient care.
• Able to perform a head-to-toe assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy.
• Uses triage process to ensure timely and appropriate care to patients.
• Accurately assigns triage categories.
• Able to monitor hemodynamic status of patient and correctly interpret the results.
• Able to adequately assess and reassess pain.
• Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques.
• Educates the patient and family regarding pain management.